Policy News Journal - 2014-15

Center Parcs say that they can meet the demands of their business by offering additional hours during busy periods while employees on Universal Credit are reassured to know their benefit can be adjusted to make sure they do not lose out during quieter periods.

Real Time Information bulk data matching initiative

30 September 2014

From October 2014 the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) are going to carry out an exercise matching HMRC Real Time Information (RTI) data with data held in the benefit system. A circular has now been issued giving information about the exercise and how it will affect local authorities in particular.

The DWP circular explains that they are working with HMRC to use RTI to help identify fraud and error in the benefit system.

From October 2014 DWP will carry out an exercise matching RTI data with data held on:

 Income Support  Jobseeker’s Allowance  Housing Benefit  Employment and Support Allowance  Pension Credit  Carer’s Allowance

The circular gives information about this exercise and how it will affect local authorities. Affected readers are urged to use the enclosed incident and enquiry form (LAST 9) to raise any incidents or ask any questions about this exercise.

DWP Touchbase – October 2014

15 October 2014

The latest DWP Touchbase newsletter includes updates on a number of current topics of interest to employers, including Universal Credit and credit unions.

The October Touchbase explains how certain tax credits will cease as Universal Credit expands. It also comments on the growth and development of credit unions.

DWP Stakeholder Bulletin - October 2014

3 November 2014

DWP have issued the latest monthly bulletin for stakeholders.

The latest edition of the Bulletin includes news about the changing child support arrangements and the transition to universal credit.

DWP Touchbase – November 2014

18 November 2014

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have issued the latest in their monthly series of updates for stakeholders, with updates on the new Fit for Work service.

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